Iranian Wash-Day Stew

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 1

A Hearty and Flavorful Iranian Wash-Day Stew

by The Chefin Stew

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hour 40 min

Ready In

1 hour 50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

515

Sugar

Fat

22g

Iranian Wash-Day Stew, also known as Aabgoosht, is a traditional Persian dish that is usually prepared on wash day. The name Aabgoosht literally means 'meat water', as the stew is originally made by boiling leftover meat and water together. Today, we are sharing a recipe for a basic version of this dish that has been modified to suit modern tastes. The stew is hearty and flavorful, and perfect for a cozy night in with family or friends. It can be easily customized by adding different vegetables and spices according to your preference.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, add the stewing beef (or lamb) and enough water to cover the meat.
2.	Bring the pot to a boil and reduce the heat to low.
3.	Add the chickpeas, white beans, onions, salt, and turmeric. Stir well.
4.	Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the meat is tender.
5.	Add the tomatoes and lemon juice and cook for another 10 minutes.
6.	Serve hot with crusty bread or rice.

PROS

This stew is packed with protein and is very filling.

It is easy to make and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for later use.

The addition of turmeric and lemon juice make it a flavorful dish.

CONS

This stew is relatively high in calories due to the beef (or lamb) and the beans.

Some people may not like the texture of the beans in the stew.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This stew is a great source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue.
The turmeric in the stew has anti-inflammatory properties and the lemon juice provides a good source of vitamin C.

	1 1/2 - 2 lbs stewing beef ( or lamb )
	2 cans chickpeas
	2 cans white beans
	2 medium onions , peeled and quartered
	1 teaspoon salt
	1 tomatoes , peeled and quartered
	1 teaspoon turmeric
	3 tablespoons lemon juice